Definitions

1. verb

to bring a region or people to a state of civilization, or to make someone more refined, cultured, or sophisticated

“The mission aimed to civilise the remote communities with modern infrastructure and education.”

2. verb

to make something more acceptable or acceptable by changing it or its appearance

“The new design aimed to civilise the rough edges of the old building.”

3. noun

the act of civilizing or the state of being civilized

“The civilise of the new city was a remarkable achievement.”